Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify scope of investigation.
- Assignment instructions and relevant information is obtained to review client and legislative requirements.
- Clarification of instructions or further information is sought as required from relevant persons.
- Necessary resources and equipment are identified and availability checked against assignment instructions and budget.
- Limitations in conducting investigation are recognised and assistance sought as required from relevant persons.
- Determine method of investigation.
- An effective method of investigation is determined in accordance with assignment instructions, client brief and continuity of evidence requirements.
- Background information and an assessment of benefits and limitations is conducted to confirm suitability of recommended investigative method.
- Necessary modifications to investigative methods are identified and implemented where practicable based on an assessment of risk.
- Proposed investigative method is discussed and confirmed with client using appropriate communication techniques.
- Develop investigation plan.
- Investigation plan is prepared based on assignment instructions, client requirements, and identified investigative methods and resources.
- Plan includes identified sources and methods for collectinginformation which are valid, lawful, reliable and make efficient use of resources.
- Plan incorporates contingency measures to maximise safety of self and others and preserve evidence in line with legislative requirements.
- Investigation plan is recorded and documented using business equipment and technology and securely maintained with due regard to privacy.